Why did lorica segmentata fall out of use?

Because the soldiers at the Battle of Teutoberg Forest wore the lorica segmentata, we can conclude the armor must have been in use before 21 AD. Around the middle of the third century the lorica segmentata fell out of favor with the Roman army.

What was lorica segmentata made of?

The lorica segmentata was made from strips of iron put together with leather strps in an overlapping fashion. It’s these leather strips that give the lorica segmentata it’s strength and flexibility, and thus is a great defence against enemy swords and stabbing weapons.

Is lorica segmentata lamellar armor?

Technically no. As the terms for various forms of protection have evolved, lorica segmentata remains quite unique, though it is considered more like lamellar armor than plate.

What is the origin of the lorica segmentata?

Lorica Segmentata was a purely Roman invention. It was the Lorica Hamata – the chain mail – that is believed to be of Celtic origin. And even that is dubious. As for why Segmentata was dropped – well, yes it was easier and cheaper to make than chain mail, but it had it’s draw backs.

What was the worst thing about the lightlorica segmentata?

Lorica Segmentata was a very high maintenance armour, again, far more so than any scale or chain armour. The Segmentata rusted incredibly quickly when wet, the internal leathers deteriorated rapidly from sweat and heat, requiring regular replacement, and the fastenings were also a problem.

What happened to lorica armor?

Technology improves, early mail was not that robust, but later mail was much more effective at preventing injury, so it may be Lorica was evolved out of its function by better mail. Lorica continued to be used right to the end of the Empire. Lorica is the term for armor.

Why did they stop making segmentata armor?

And even that is dubious. As for why Segmentata was dropped – well, yes it was easier and cheaper to make than chain mail, but it had it’s draw backs. It took precious time to train a soldier on the use and maintenance of the armour, and to acclimatise him to it’s feel and weight.